The Rambling Runner Podcast

If you're anything like me you've had a chance to view some of the amazing YouTube footage that Sweat Elite has published over the past six months. They've chronicled the training of some of the best runners in the world in a captivating fashion. Runners like Eliud Kipchoge, Paul Chelimo, Nell Rojas, Molly Seidel, Jim Walmsley, Jake Riley, Joe Klecker, Frank Lara, Craig Engels, Parker Stinson, and many more.

In this episode we speak to the man behind the camera - Matt Fox.

Matt is a former 1:48 800m runner from Australia. Over the past five years he has taken on an entrepreneurial role in the running space that is paying dividends. Not only that, he is now a sub-elite marathoner! Matt will competing at the Chicago Marathon next weekend. With a PR of 2:24, he is looking to break the 2:20 mark.

In this episode we talk about what he has learned from the worlds best, transitioning to the marathon, and embarking on a worthwhile entrepreneurial venture.

Learn more about all things Sweat Elite at www.sweatelite.co and watch their videos at www.youtube.com/channel/UCVp8WxPmfh4dD9iLRjCFgLQ.

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The VCU Health Richmond Marathon returns to downtown Richmond, Virginia, on Saturday, November 13th. Whether you take part in the marathon, CarMax Richmond Half Marathon, or Allianz Partners 8k, Richmond provides phenomenal course support, great fall scenery, and awesome finisher swag.

The marathon is a top 25 Boston Qualifier, and the course is mostly flat with some rolling hills, which is great for first-timers. And, best of all, there’s a downhill finish right on the riverfront. The VCU Health Richmond Marathon organizers know the running community is resilient and that your desire to cross a finish line remains strong.

Be a part of America's Friendliest Marathon and visit www.RichmondMarathon.org to register now. Use code RAMBLINGRUNNER to save $10 on your entry.

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We are back with our new bi-weekly segment on the podcast - "Fail" Forward Friday. In this episode we hear from Rebecca Mehra and Mario Mendoza, two of the country's best runners. Rebecca is one of the best middle distance runners in America with a focus on the 800m and 1500m. Mario is a four time USATF Ultrarunner of the Year and two time world record holder.

Yes, you read that correctly - the "Fail" in quotes. For so many of us there have been times in our lives when we thought we had failed, or worse, that we were failures. Those moments can leave of questioning everything that came before and whether or not we should continue down our chosen path. Then, if we persist we may realize that with time those setbacks can be a gift. Rather than holding us down those "failures" prove to be a catalyst for growth. Not merely to a level which we have already reached, but one that exceeds everything that came before.

If you have a story that would be a good fit for one of these episodes please email [email protected].

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Dylan Bowman is a professional runner competing in trail and ultra races around the world. Dylan has also established himself a key member in the sport's media landscape. He has co-hosted the live coverage of the iconic Ultra-Trail du Mont Blanc and the Western States Endurance Run and created the amazingly popular Pyllars Podcast.

It wasn't until after graduating from college, where he played division one lacrosse that running really entered Dylan's life.

After graduating college, Bowman ran a marathon in 2009 with only a couple of weeks' preparation. Then he decided to take on something more challenging: the 2010 edition of the famous Leadville 100. Bowman gave himself a year to prepare and with no running background he stunned the field, and himself, with a third place finish.

"It's been a non-traditional journey to get to where I am now, but I think that's good, because I don't have years and years of accumulated wear and tear," Bowman says. "I'm still incredibly motivated and excited by running."

Over the last decade, Dylan has established himself as a consistent contender on the international ultrarunning circuit, earning many wins and podium performances at the sport's most prestigious races.

Dylan also founded the Pyllars app to provide athletes with the resources to improve both their physical and emotional fitness through a variety of tools, videos, and a wonderful community.

Learn more at www.pyllars.com.

Sponsor:

The VCU Health Richmond Marathon returns to downtown Richmond, Virginia, on Saturday, November 13th. Whether you take part in the marathon, CarMax Richmond Half Marathon, or Allianz Partners 8k, Richmond provides phenomenal course support, great fall scenery, and awesome finisher swag.

The marathon is a top 25 Boston Qualifier, and the course is mostly flat with some rolling hills, which is great for first-timers. And, best of all, there’s a downhill finish right on the riverfront. The VCU Health Richmond Marathon organizers know the running community is resilient and that your desire to cross a finish line remains strong.

Be a part of America's Friendliest Marathon and visit www.RichmondMarathon.org to register now. Use code RAMBLINGRUNNER to save $10 on your entry.

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Hello marathoners! Now is your time and it's very exciting. The marathon majors are around the corner and loads of other marathons are also upon us. So let's talk tapering.

In this episode coach James McKirdy gives us all the information we need. We discuss:

James McKirdy is the founder and Head Coach at McKirdy Trained, the largest online coaching service in the country. McKirdy Trained also has a elite team that competes against and with some of the best runners in the world. You can learn more at www.mckirdytrained.com.

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Josh Alderfer is a Marine Corps Veteran with over 15 years of leadership experience, with a focus on positivity, and the founder of Mastermind Performance.

Positive coaching is a scientifically based, intentional approach to coaching that empowers young athletes to prepare and perform at their best, both on and off the playing field. Positive coaching empowers young athletes to achieve success while emphasizing the development of both moral and performance character.

As Josh says on his website, "[i]t’s often said that sports builds character in young athletes. However, sport itself is only one half of the equation. Sport provides an excellent environment for character development, but it requires an intentional, deliberate, principle based approach to coaching. Without this, sports has an equal ability to undermine and destroy the character of young athletes."

When he’s not chasing his 7 year old son through the forest or dancing with his 3 year old twin daughters, you can find him mentoring athletes and coaches or squeezing in training for his next ultramarathon. Josh holds a Masters of Education in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis on positive coaching and athletic leadership from the University of Missouri, and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Colorado, Boulder.

Learn more about MasterMind Performace: https://www.mastermindperformance.com.

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Instagram - @rambling_runner

Twitter - @rambling_runner

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